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Appendix
D
Using Thermocouple Junctions
This appendix describes the types of thermocouple junctions available,
and explains the trade-offs in using them with the thermocouple/mV
analog input module.
Available thermocouple junctions are:
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grounded
•
ungrounded (isolated)
•
exposed
Using a Grounded
Junction Thermocouple
With a grounded junction thermocouple, the measuring junction is
physically connected to the protective sheath, forming a completely
sealed integral junction. If the sheath is metal (or electrically conductive),
there is electrical continuity between the junction and sheath. The
junction is protected from corrosive or erosive conditions. The response
time approaches that of the exposed junction type described in Using an
Exposed Junction Thermocouple on page D-3.
ATTENTION
!
Take care when choosing a thermocouple junction, and
connecting it from the environment to the module. If you
do not take adequate precautions for a given
thermocouple type, the electrical isolation of the module
might be compromised.
Extension Wire
Metal Sheath
Measuring Junction
Connected to Sheath
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